Researcher Matching – Terms and Conditions

By using “Researcher Matching,” the user acknowledges and agrees to the following terms and conditions:

1.Nature of the Service

“Researcher Matching” is a service provided by FCT to Ciência Vitae users. It allows users to conduct searches based on the CVs of researchers registered on Ciência Vitae, facilitating the identification of profiles that match specific needs, whether for collaboration on research projects or for roles in companies, the public sector, and other civil society organizations.

2. Disclaimer

FCT ensures the availability and operation of this service as a research tool. The information displayed, the searches performed, and the results obtained are based solely on the data entered, the options selected, and the manner in which users utilize the service.

3. Privacy and Data Security Policy

The privacy and security of users' information are a priority, as outlined in FCT's Privacy and Data Protection Policy.

When using the “Researcher Matching” feature, no data or information is collected or used for the purpose of training or improving the models. Although the system does not store or share personal data with other users, you should not share personal or confidential information in your conversations.